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Missouri Man Saw ‘Beast’ in the Woods, Then Something on His Roof
Ever look into the woods and feel like there's something that might be staring back? A Missouri man claims that something really did lurk in the wood line around his home and whatever it was spooked his dog, too. This new tale of a creature in Missouri was recently shared...
Sale of 35 Illinois Grocery Stores May Now Be on Permanent Hold?
It's not easy to complete a merger of two companies into one. If you doubt this, this is a great example. Thanks to new court activity, the sale of 35 Illinois grocery stores may now be on a permanent hold. The word of Kroger and Albertson's planning to combine their...
Court: It’s OK if There’s Bones in Your Boneless Chicken
You might want to doublecheck your boneless chicken wings the next time you order out after a recent court ruling that says it's totally cool to have bones when something is marketed as "boneless." According to The Columbus Dispatch, the Ohio Supreme Court made 4-3 ruling this week that "just...
Emergency Recall of Contaminated Vegetables Now Includes Missouri
If you let out a sigh of relief that vegetables you picked up recently in Missouri were not included in the recent emergency recall, it's time to withdraw that exhale as Missouri is now included. As we shared a few days ago, Illinois was a part of an expansion of...
FBI Now Searching Missouri Rural Area for Girl Missing Since 1989
The Missouri Highway Patrol has revealed that the FBI is now involved in an investigation about the disappearance of a Missouri girl who's been missing since 1989. A rural area is now being searched by authorities in hopes of turning up new evidence in this cold case. A new press...
Illinois Women Warned About Vicious New Banking & Romance Scams
Obviously no scam is good, but I would argue the worst are the ones that prey on emotions to rob a person blind or worse. That's why there are urgent warnings for Illinois women to be aware there are current ploys that use text messages to lure victims into romance and banking problems.
Missouri Man Shares Terrifying Video of Cottonmouth Snake Hunting
I could really boil this video down to one word if I tried hard enough and that word would be "nope". A Missouri man just shared a video of a cottonmouth snake who was on the hunt and it's as intimidating sight as you're likely to see in the Show Me State.
This Man is in the Middle of Missouri’s Most Expensive Farm Land
$33 million dollars is a lot of money. Barring a miraculous increase in income, it is well beyond my means which is unfortunate as I've found farm land in Missouri available for that amount. I also have a picture of a guy standing right in the middle of it, too.
You’re Being Watched – FBI Warns Missouri About New ATM Attacks
Sometimes it feels like you need eyes in the back of your head to be safe doing anything with money anymore. That's true in regards to a new warning from the FBI to Missouri residents about new attacks at ATM's. Yahoo News shared the word from the FBI about an...
Illinois Olympians To Watch For In Paris 2024
The 2024 Paris Summer Olympics are officially underway, and Illinois has a strong contingent of athletes there ready to shine and bring home the Gold!. I am 100 percent a person who does not enjoy watching sports on television, BUT I make an exception for the Olympics, especially the Summer Olympics.
3 of Illinois’ Most Unique Annual Festivals
Illinois has its fair share of county fairs and festivals to enjoy each summer, but if you crave a good festival with a unique twist, here are three to add to your must-see-in-Illinois list. Festivals You'll Only Find in Illinois. Whenever I'm on a mission to discover some interesting things...
Illinois To Host World’s Largest Karaoke Party
If you like to sing in front of a crowd, then this party in Illinois is perfect for you. World's Largest Karaoke Party At Illinois Concert Venue. Even though I don't do it very often, I enjoy doing some karaoke. The first time I ever did it was in Rockford at the original JMK location at Mulford and Spring Creek. I did "Born To Be Wild." Nowadays, my go-to tune is "Don't Stop Believin'"
When Lightning Completely Annihilated a Missouri Highway Truck
Kaboom. If you were close enough to a Missouri highway vehicle, that would have been the deafening sound when lightning completely unloaded 200 million volts in a microsecond. If you look at the Weather Bug lightning map, you'll see that Missouri is one of the states struck by lightning the most. That fact was emphasized one night when a Greene County Highway Department truck was on the receiving end of a massive lightning strike.
What Is a ‘Corpse Flower’ + Why Is It Going Viral Right Now?
Death is in the air, and people can't stop talking about it. The corpse flower is getting increased attention thanks to the rare plant currently blooming in multiple places around the U.S. How Rare If The Corpse Flower?. If you've never heard of a corpse flower, you're likely not alone....
Bread Winners: See the Signature Sandwich From Each State
The culinary landscape of the United States is as diverse as its population, with each state proudly boasting its own signature sandwich that often tells a rich story of culture, history, migration, and tradition. From the lobster rolls of Maine to the po'boys of Mississippi, these sandwiches have become iconic...
FBI Warning Illinois Residents about the Danger of ‘Jugging’
It's important to always be aware of your surroundings and that's never been more important than it is now in our modern era. The FBI is warning Illinois residents about a rise in incidents involving 'jugging'. It's much more dangerous and common than it sounds. It was just reported a...
Photos Show a Bear is Now Touring Southern Illinois Golf Courses
If you're planning to golf in Illinois soon especially in the southern part of the state, you might want to know that a predator might be watching. Many photos show there's a bear currently touring southern Illinois golf courses. I saw CBS in Chicago share this interesting story about a...
Illinois Cheerleader Selected for Elite Dallas Cowboys Squad
If you've watched the new Netflix docuseries about the Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders then you know how tough it is to make the elite team. The new squad has been announced for their upcoming season, and a local cheerleader/dancer has made the team. A Jacksonville, Illinois cheerleader, and dancer Ava Lahey...
New Madrid, Missouri Earthquakes Have Just Gone Viral on TikTok
Something very curious just happened. New Madrid, Missouri earthquakes have suddenly gone wildly viral on TikTok and they've taken me with them and that's not the strangest thing about this. You might recall that last week I shared the news that the Missouri National Guard along with first responders just...
Illinois Now Forecast to Lose 400,000 Residents in Next 20 Years
There's good news and bad news about a new population forecast for Illinois. The bad news is that the state is forecast to lose almost 400,000 residents in the next couple of decades. The good news is rentals should be easier to find. This is based on a new ranking...
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